Controls Validation

Controls validation refers to the process of systematically testing and evaluating an organization’s security controls to ensure they are functioning effectively and adequately protecting against cyber threats, essentially verifying that the implemented security measures are working as intended and can withstand real-world attacks; it involves simulating attack scenarios to identify any gaps or weaknesses in the defense system.

Controls validation enables organizations to:

• Proactively identify security gaps (missing security controls coverage)
• Ensure compliance with security standards
• Proactively mitigate risk by staying ahead of emerging cyber threats
• Optimize security investments by identifying where to allocate resources
  

Related Terms

• Cyber Asset Attack Surface Management (CAASM)
• Mitigating Controls